• What is nutritional yeast? Nutritional yeast is made from a single-celled organism, which is cultivated on molasses and then harvested, washed and dried with heat to kill or “deactivate” it. Because it’s inactive, it doesn’t have any leavening abilities like baking yeast does. Its name is not very alluring – however, it lends a salty, full-bodied taste to all it touches. The best way to describe its flavour is that of Parmesan. What’s more, it’s vegan-friendly and gluten free, so appeals to many alternative diets. It adds a lovely, flavourful hit to veggies and is available at Dis-Chem, faithful-to-nature.co.za and…

    Riding the plant revolution wave that’s sweeping the world are special days, weeks and even months dedicated to eating less meat. Think Meatless Monday, Flexitarian Friday and Veganuary. Once again, avos are right up there, dominating meat-free dishes like veggie bounty bowls; meatless makeover meals like tacos; and trendy newcomers, nosh platters. No matter when, where or how – just add an avo! Nosh boards and sharing platters are all the rage. Avocados alone are a complete meal, and need only a few accompaniments to complete the board. Try a selection of mini vegetables such as carrots, radishes and cucumber…

    On 30 March, The Pantry Market at Keyes will raise a glass for its one year birthday. To honour the milestone, the market has launched a campaign that not only celebrates top artisans in the food industry, but also, as is so important to Keyes Art Mile, gives back to the community. BIRTHDAY CAKE AUCTION The Pantry Market, in collaboration with six local confectioners, bakers, and chocolatiers from renowned Rosebank restaurants, has approached each of them to contribute one of their signature creations to our Birthday Cake Auction. In the lead-up to the market, these cakes will be auctioned off…

    Indulge your nearest and dearest with some scrumptious bites this Easter thanks to SPAR Freshline’s range of baked goods. Here’s your chance to win a SPAR voucher worth R1 000! All you have to do is to complete the entry form and answer the easy question below. In this delectable selection from SPAR Freshline, speckled eggs lend a touch of whimsy to cakes and cupcakes; and toasted hot cross buns keep hunger pangs at bay while you work at creating the perfect Easter lunch. From snack time right through to dessert, you’ll be sorted with a sweet treat to eat…